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TEFL and TESOL Info

Definitions of certification acronyms:

TEFL – Teach English as a Foreign LanguageTESOL – Teach English to Speakers of Other Languages

What do the Chilean schools require?

The schools within TeachingChile's network are increasingly asking for participants that have TEFL or TESOL certification. While some exceptions exist (e.g., Masters in Education, Masters in Linguistics, one-year experience teaching ESL in a foreign country, credentialed teacher of English), TeachingChile highly recommends you obtain TEFL/TESOL certification prior to arrival.

Can I apply to the TeachingChile program without having TEFL/TESOL certification?

Yes. As a "no risk" option for you, in the TeachingChile application form fill in the area that asks for "other certifications" with the statement such as "will complete TEFL certification prior to arrival". If you are accepted, you will then need to complete a TEFL course prior to your arrival to Chile.

What are my choices to obtain TEFL/TESOL certification?

There are a number of TEFL/TESOL programs available, both in-class courses (typically somewhat expensive and time consuming) and online courses (typically very affordable and can be taken at the participants leisure online). Participants may choose whatever course they wish, but schools in our network will accept as a minimum a 40-hour online course.

Special Notes

Teaching Positions to University Students

Starting end of February 2020: All positions for starting at the end of February 2019 have been filled. We will be accepting applications for the next year starting February 2020 on May 27, 2019.

Teaching Positions to Adult Learner Students

Starting throughout the year 2019 and continuing through 2020: We are currently accepting applications. Ten- or 12-month commitment required. TEFL/TESOL certification required, but not at time of application. The next round of applications received will be submitted to Teaching Institutions for review on or after May 27, 2019.

Co-Teaching Positions to Kindergarten through 12th Grade Students

Starting end of July 2019 and continuing through 2020: We are currently accepting applications. TEFL/TESOL certification required, but not at time of application. The next round of applications received will be submitted to Teaching Institutions for review approximately May 27, 2019.

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